The Green Island in Astana

The island is located in the bed of the Yesil River, amidst the urban development in the central part of Astana. It remains the only undeveloped unique place with a vast territory.There have been many different proposals for the island’s development. However, for the people, it would be best if this island were transformed into a green oasis. Why not! Green hills are formed on the roof through the varying heights of universal blocks and the covering of the complex’s public spaces. These, when combined, create expansive open areas accessible to all city residents and a vibrant landscape on the island. Beneath the canopy of the green park lie covered streets and squares, complexes of fairy-tale attractions, shopping and entertainment zones, and business centers. The integration of hotel and affordable residential structures within the complex ensures round-the-clock activity. In the conditions of Astana’s sharply continental climate, the year-round operation and maintenance of the rooftop park rely on the complex’s infrastructure. The upper technical floors beneath the usable roof provide reliable waterproofing and protection from overheating. The city, in addition to using “smart” and “green” technologies, incorporates several innovative eco-friendly solutions: • Fully restores the land area occupied by the city on the roof. • Creates a landscape that preserves the integrity of the park. • The compactness of the covered city significantly enhances its energy efficiency. • The absence of underground floors eliminates the need for excavating and storing millions of tons of soil, constructing basements, and managing groundwater, thus preventing environmental damage. The use of the complex’s ground floor for transportation and technical infrastructure ensures: • Free-flowing roads and passages beneath the complex, with easy access from all floors. • Separation of transport and pedestrian flows within the covered city’s space. • The operation of transport and technical structures as a unified system. • Sufficient covered parking spaces within the complex, eliminating the need for outdoor parking lots. • Effective air purification in the enclosed spaces of parking areas, roads, and other technical premises, specifically where harmful emissions occur. The large-scale recreation of the natural landscape and the harmonious integration of the city with nature are the key innovative solutions of the project, ensuring its sustainable development amid global climate challenges. Project Specifications: •Site area: 110 hectares •Total complex area: 1,350,000 m², including: •Public spaces: 700,000 m² •Hotels and residential areas: 300,000 m² •Technical premises and parking: 350,000 m².